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The Ellen MacArthur Foundation published the #GlobalCommitment24 progress report in collaboration with UNEP. The report outlines how business and government signatories have progressed towards their 2025 targets for a #circulareconomy for plastics. Signatories are: - Keeping one barrel of oil in the ground every two seconds! - Avoiding 3.5 million tonnes of CO2 per year, equivalent to eliminating the carbon emissions of a city of 750,000 people. - Avoiding 9.3 million tonnes of virgin plastic since 2018, equivalent to 1 trillion single-use plastic bags. Led by the Ellen MacArthur Foundation in collaboration with the UN Environment Programme, the Global Commitment has united more than 1,000 organizations — including Greiner Packaging — behind a common vision of a circular economy for plastics. You can find the report here: https://lnkd.in/d9VVvwB8 #globalcommitment24 #ellenmacarthurfoundation #circulareconomy

How are you responding to Earth Day’s 2024 priority call for action on reducing plastics manufacture and use? This year Earth Day (www.earthday.org) focuses on demands and efforts to a goal of building a plastic-free future and recognises that this will be more likely to happen if progressive action is taken.  And as with all important campaigns with global significance, the starting position is raising awareness and understanding the nature and extent of the issue. Here it is right to acknowledge the role of the CDP disclosure programme (www.cdp.net), active for over 20 years, and which in 2023, facilitated around 3000 companies to disclose their plastic-related activities, impacts, risks and opportunities.  Included within CDP’s Water Security disclosure given plastics’ impact on the freshwater and marine environment, organisations were also requested to present details of their actions to eliminate and reduce plastic use and to source alternative materials. Raising awareness of plastics in the environment leads to international discussion and action, and it is timely with ongoing negotiations of the Global Plastics Treaty (www.plasticstreaty.org) resuming next week at the UN’s Intergovernmental Negotiating Committee in Canada. Understanding the purpose, application and benefits of sustainability disclosure reporting within the broader ESG (Environmental, Social and Corporate Governance) spectrum is critical for organisations as we transition from voluntary to mandatory reporting, with programmes like CDP and others providing the technical and procedural foundations and innovations upon which regulation is based.     I have supported industrial and public service clients to meet their sustainability reporting obligations and managing ESG solutions, including recently, supporting a major UK Utilities organisation in connection with the CDP disclosure programme.  If you require support to assess the ESG credentials of your organisation and guidance on disclosure reporting, I can provide the resources and skills to address.   Please contact me, Alan Dow, a GRI Certified Professional in ESG and Sustainability Reporting at aad@alandowassociates.com for further information on my ESG, sustainability reporting and broader environmental services.     #PlanetVsPlastics #EndPlastics #EarthDay

The upcoming UN Global Plastic Treaty represents the most significant environmental agreement since the Paris Climate Accord. With negotiations advancing in 2024, businesses need to prepare for transformative changes. Here's what you need to know: Key Business Impacts: ➡️ Mandatory recycled content requirements ➡️ Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) schemes ➡️ New packaging design standards ➡️ Supply chain transparency obligations ➡️ Potential restrictions on problematic plastics Business Opportunities: 💡 Innovation in sustainable packaging 💡 Circular economy business models 💡 New recycling technologies 💡 Alternative materials development 💡 Digital tracking solutions Early adopters are already seeing benefits: 67% of consumers prefer eco-friendly packaging Sustainable packaging market projected to reach $305.31B by 2027 Major retailers offering 15-20% premium for circular solutions With the treaty expected to be finalized by 2024-25, businesses that act now will gain competitive advantage. We're seeing industry leaders: Investing in R&D for alternatives Redesigning packaging systems Building reverse logistics capabilities Partnering with recycling innovators Question for discussion: How is your organization preparing for the incoming plastic regulations? #Sustainability #PlasticTreaty #CircularEconomy #BusinessStrategy #ESG #Innovation

🌏 A giant leap for our planet and businesses alike! The UN Plastics Treaty is closing in on a historic agreement to reshape the way we produce, consume, and dispose of plastics. 🔄 With final negotiations underway, this is more than an environmental milestone; it's a blueprint for a sustainable economy. Currently, only 10% of plastics are recycled and the impact on our planet is undeniable. But, there's a silver lining! The treaty's comprehensive approach spans the full plastics life cycle, promising drastic reductions in plastic pollution and a boost for green jobs and innovations. 🍃💼 It's a rallying call for harmonisation, with 160 countries united to reverse the tide on this crisis. Even industry giants like SAP are on board, advocating for clarity and cohesion to make circular economy the norm, not the exception. As we await the treaty's ratification in 2025, let's champion the businesses ready to embrace this change and innovate for a greener future. 💪 #Sustainability #PlasticPollution #CircularEconomy

Recent talks of a plastics treaty showed that global leaders are not quite there to tackle #plastic waste, despite progress from initiatives like the US Plastics Pact most recent Impact Report. States and private sector leaders are stepping in to drive solutions without federal and global leadership. The U.S. Plastics Pact’s Impact Report highlights the importance of collaboration and innovation in increasing #recycled plastic content and reducing problematic materials. As more power will be shifted to the states to act on issues once reserved for #Congress, clear, authentic messaging will be essential to navigating the complexities of building a circular economy and realizing a shared vision offered by the companies, governments, NGOs, and others at #INC5. via Newsweek https://lnkd.in/gSDT-Y_9 #clientnews #PR #governmentrelations #publicaffairs #strategiccommunications

The UN Plastics Treaty has been years in the making, marking a pivotal moment that brings forth numerous critical issues for your organization, its operations, and opportunities within the expanding circular economy. Many organizations find themselves playing catch-up in addressing plastic-related challenges. To stay ahead of the curve, join our upcoming webcast: "The End of Plastic Pollution: How Business Can Operationalize Circularity" on April 30, 2024, from 11am to 12pm ET. Led by Joel Makower of GreenBiz Group, alongside experts from SAP, EA - Earth Action, and Systemiq Ltd., this panel discussion will offer valuable insights and analysis to enhance your understanding of: - The direct impact of the Treaty on your organization and its operations - Strategies for complying with new regulations - Emerging opportunities within the circular economy Explore how your organization responds and adapts is crucial not only for the success of your business but also for the health of the planet: https://imsap.co/6049bRTjW

The World Economic Forum, in collaboration with #KPMG, Suzanne Kuiper has released an insightful report on circular industry solutions for a global plastics treaty. 👉 Checkout the 24 cases studies and promising solutions to end plastic pollution ♻ 🌍 Plastic waste has more than doubled since 2000, reaching 353 million tons in 2019, demanding urgent global action. A 2022 UN resolution aims to create a legally binding agreement to end plastic pollution, focusing on a circular plastics economy. Effective solutions require coordinated efforts from governments, businesses, and civil society across the plastics value chain. Bold policies and financial mechanisms, including extended producer responsibility and clear regulatory standards, are essential to scale circular solutions. Highlighted examples show that existing circular solutions can be scaled globally with the right support.

🔎In our latest “Faces of EUMEPS” feature, we give a voice to Angela Fredericks, Special Advisor – Expanded Polystyrene & Innovation at the British Plastics Federation. With a profound dedication to environmental stewardship, Angela emphasizes the misunderstood nature of EPS and its role in reducing carbon footprints through innovative applications in construction and packaging. Her vision for the industry aligns seamlessly with Europe's Green Deal, advocating for EPS as a material essential to achieving climate neutrality. 💪Angela’s approach to addressing misconceptions and enhancing recycling infrastructure showcases the potential for significant environmental advancements within the EPS sector. Her commitment to fostering collaboration and advocating for informed policy decisions underscores the importance of comprehensive strategies to realize sustainability goals. ➡️Join us in celebrating Angela Fredericks’ contributions to sustainability and innovation in the EPS industry. Her work not only propels the sector forward but also serves as an inspiration for future leaders in sustainability. ➡️More here ➡️https://lnkd.in/e6UQPcnU #FacesOfEUMEPS #Sustainability #Innovation #GreenDeal #EPSSector #CircularEconomy

The UN Plastics Treaty has been years in the making, marking a pivotal moment that brings forth numerous critical issues for your organization, its operations, and opportunities within the expanding circular economy. Many organizations find themselves playing catch-up in addressing plastic-related challenges. To stay ahead of the curve, join our upcoming webcast: "The End of Plastic Pollution: How Business Can Operationalize Circularity" on April 30, 2024, from 11am to 12pm ET. Led by Joel Makower of GreenBiz Group, alongside experts from SAP, EA - Earth Action, and Systemiq Ltd., this panel discussion will offer valuable insights and analysis to enhance your understanding of: - The direct impact of the Treaty on your organization and its operations - Strategies for complying with new regulations - Emerging opportunities within the circular economy Explore how your organization responds and adapts is crucial not only for the success of your business but also for the health of the planet: https://imsap.co/6044bM2s0

↳ Win the Circular Economy Game ♻️ 🌎 Strategic Solutions for Sustainability Professionals, Operations, CEOs, and CFOs. There is an ongoing plastic crisis in the world today. It is filling up our land and oceans, destroying the ecosystems. Every year, we produce 282 million tonnes of plastic waste, but shockingly, only 15% of this is recycled. This unsustainable practice is wreaking havoc on our ecosystems and requires urgent action. It is unsustainable. The EU has implemented regulations to address plastic pollution and promote sustainable and circular practices. These regulations are part of the EU's broader commitment to environmental protection and the transition to a circular economy. Join AION´s first Webinar 🧑💻 this June: "Winning The Circular Economy Game: Scalable circular solutions for plastics with financial and environmental Impact"🌎 We will present concrete solutions on how your company can achieve both environmental and financial impact while also staying ahead of these regulations 📑 Key Note Speakers: ↳ Dr. Susie Jahren, Chief Circular Product Officer at AION, and Lasse Johansen VP of Strategic Finance Projects at Aker BioMarine ASA. 📅 Date: Monday 24th of June ⏰ Time: 13:00 CET 👉 Register here to secure your spot: https://lnkd.in/desPSUDn We are looking forward to seeing you there👏 #Sustainability #Strategy #Innovation #Finance #Economics #Circulareconomy #Environment #Leadership